Surgical Coordinator at Physician Directed Partners Inc.

Alpharetta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Attention To Detail, Scheduling, Communication, Medical Terminology, Surgical Procedures, Insurance Terminology, Organizational Skills, Time Management, EHR Systems, Follow Up, Paperwork Management, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Stress Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Job Title: Surgical Coordinator Benefits: 401K Paid Time off Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Life Insurance Employee Discounts Opportunity: This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing company at the ground level. We are looking for an individual with strong customer service skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities include scheduling surgical procedures with multiple hospitals and surgery centers, conducting pre-operative appointments for patients to sign paperwork, answering patient questions, discussing the surgical procedure, informing patients regarding insurance coverage and patient responsibility, maintaining an efficient schedule for surgeons, and following up with patients to ensure completion of surgical care. Primary Responsibilities: Schedules, coordinates, and reschedules patient’s surgical appointments and follow-up appointments as designated by the patient and the physician. Responsible for reviewing, updating, and consolidating their primary physician’s schedule to ensure an efficient surgery day. Communicates information to patients regarding surgical insurance benefits, surgical consents, surgical procedures, pre-operative care, and post-operative care. Required to answer telephone calls, return voicemails, and speak with patients to provide information and then communicate to the appropriate staff. Reviews, completes, and files all necessary paperwork to meet physician and facility requirements. Follow up with patients should their surgical plan not occur for next steps. Performs work related tasks and projects as required. All other duties as assigned. Requirements Candidate Qualities & Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent required One year of experience in a medical office setting is preferred. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, surgical procedures, and insurance terminology. Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians, patients and the public and be capable of establishing good working relationships with both internal and external customers. Strong customer service skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficient in computers, relevant software applicants, and EHR systems. Supervision Received: Clinic Executive Director Typical Physical Requirements: Requires frequent standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time. Requires some bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity necessary for the operation of basic office equipment. Requires visual acuity and hearing in normal range. Requires the ability to work efficiently under high stress with patients who can be irritable or confused. Typical Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent telephone contact with patients and other medical staff. Interaction with others is constant and interruptive. Firm Overview: Physician Directed Partners (“PDP”) was founded in 2021 with 20+ Practice locations across the United States. PDP is an Ophthalmology & Ambulatory Surgery Center Medical Services Organization offering vision care including LASIK, Cataract Surgery, and Comprehensive Ophthalmology. PDP focuses on driving performance improvement, not cost cutting. We believe that a narrow focus on cost cutting only serves to reduce patient care. PDP wants to be the physician’s partner for the long-term (10+ years). Our current partnerships include multiple ophthalmology practices across the East coast. Our Core Values: DO GOOD for patients. DO GOOD for doctors. DO GOOD for employees. DO GOOD for the community. Note: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Responsibilities

The Surgical Coordinator is responsible for scheduling and coordinating surgical appointments, conducting pre-operative appointments, and communicating with patients about their surgical care. They also maintain an efficient schedule for surgeons and follow up with patients regarding their surgical plans.